by Kyra Lysynecky | June 5, 2024 | Featured Article, Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters
Shino glazes are a type of glaze known for their beautiful milky white to orange colors and fleshy textured surfaces. Originally developed in 16th century Japan, these glazes were used on tea bowls prized for their understated elegance. Eventually, making their way to...
by Kyra Lysynecky | April 24, 2024 | Beginners Guide, Informative, Kilns
Ever wondered how your kiln “knows” when to turn up the heat or cool things down? The answer lies in a tiny but mighty hero: the thermocouple! These unsung heroes of the ceramic world are the key to achieving those perfect firings and preventing pottery...
by Kyra Lysynecky | February 29, 2024 | Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters
Hey there, ceramic enthusiasts! Let’s tackle a topic that often causes confusion and concern: lead in ceramics. It’s time to clear the air and separate fact from fiction, so you can confidently create and enjoy your pottery! Mythbusters: Debunking the Lead...
by Kyra Lysynecky | February 22, 2024 | Beginners Guide, Charts, How Tos, Kilns
Ever peered at those confusing columns on a cone chart, the ones with different firing temperatures for the same cone number, and wondered what it all means? You’re not alone! Those columns hold the key to understanding the delicate dance between firing...
by Kyra Lysynecky | February 21, 2024 | Charts, Informative
Let’s talk about those little pyramids of knowledge that guide our firings: ceramic cones! While we often use the term “heatwork” to describe the firing process, let’s delve deeper into the science behind ceramic cones and explore why...
